Philosophy of Independent Living (IL)
The Philosophy of Independent Living is grounded in the belief that a person with a disability determines their own needs, and directs their own services with the appropriate supports in place. Each individual has the right to live in their chosen community with dignity, and is the decision maker with regards to the way they want to live their life.
The IL Philosophy also includes the concept of “The Dignity of Risk” which means that a person with a disability will have the opportunity to make their own decisions, make their own mistakes that may include risk, and assume the consequences of their choices.
The IL Philosophy also includes the concept of “The Dignity of Risk” which means that a person with a disability will have the opportunity to make their own decisions, make their own mistakes that may include risk, and assume the consequences of their choices.